May the Fourth be with you - 'Star Wars Day' around the world

May 4, 2014 7:45 PM

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Storm Troopers pose at a toy shop for the promotion of the Star Wars goods in Tokyo on May 4, 2015. May 4th is called the "Star Wars Day" among Star Wars fans as the famous phrase "May the Force be with you" in the movie sounds like "May the 4th be with you". AFP PHOTO / Yoshikazu TSUNOYOSHIKAZU TSUNO/AFP/Getty Images less

Storm Troopers pose at a toy shop for the promotion of the Star Wars goods in Tokyo on May 4, 2015. May 4th is called the "Star Wars Day" among Star Wars fans as the famous phrase "May the Force be with you" in ... more

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A young "Star Wars" fan wearing a stormtrooper helmet attends an event marking Star Wars Day in Milan on May 3, 2015.

A young "Star Wars" fan wearing a stormtrooper helmet attends an event marking Star Wars Day in Milan on May 3, 2015.

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A cosplayer dressed as a "Star Wars" Tusken attends a Star Wars Day event in Milan on May 3, 2015.

A cosplayer dressed as a "Star Wars" Tusken attends a Star Wars Day event in Milan on May 3, 2015.

A cosplayer dressed as "Star Wars" character Aayla Secura attends a Star Wars Day event in Milan on May 3, 2015.

A cosplayer dressed as "Star Wars" character Aayla Secura attends a Star Wars Day event in Milan on May 3, 2015.

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Pedestrians pass before Storm Troopers at a toy shop in Tokyo on May 4, 2015. May 4th is called the "Star Wars Day" among Star Wars fans as the famous phrase "May the Force be with you" in the movie sounds like "May the 4th be with you". less

Pedestrians pass before Storm Troopers at a toy shop in Tokyo on May 4, 2015. May 4th is called the "Star Wars Day" among Star Wars fans as the famous phrase "May the Force be with you" in the movie sounds like ... more

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A member of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Princess Leia celebrates "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

A member of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Princess Leia celebrates "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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A member of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Boba Fett (R) celebrates "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

A member of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Boba Fett (R) celebrates "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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A member of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Aayla Secura celebrates "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

A member of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Aayla Secura celebrates "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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Brandon Young wears a Darth Vader helmet while attending a Star Wars-themed church service with his family at St. Andrew's-Wesley Church in Vancouver, British Columbia, Sunday May 4, 2014. The service was held to mark Star Wars Day, May 4, chosen by fans because it sounds similar to the line from the series' phrase "May the Force be with you," according to The Canadian Press. less

Brandon Young wears a Darth Vader helmet while attending a Star Wars-themed church service with his family at St. Andrew's-Wesley Church in Vancouver, British Columbia, Sunday May 4, 2014. The service was held ... more

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Dressed as Yoda, Freeda Elliott, 78, center, listens during a Star Wars-themed church service at St. Andrew's-Wesley Church in Vancouver, British Columbia, Sunday, May 4, 2014. The service was held to mark Star Wars Day, May 4, chosen by fans because it sounds similar to the line from the series' phrase "May the Force be with you," according to The Canadian Press. less

Dressed as Yoda, Freeda Elliott, 78, center, listens during a Star Wars-themed church service at St. Andrew's-Wesley Church in Vancouver, British Columbia, Sunday, May 4, 2014. The service was held to mark Star ... more

Ginger Kacy-Palmer, 3, wears a Princess Leia wig while attending a Star Wars-themed church service with her parents at St. Andrew's-Wesley Church in Vancouver, British Columbia, Sunday May 4, 2014. The service was held to mark Star Wars Day, May 4, chosen by fans because it sounds similar to the line from the series' phrase "May the Force be with you," according to The Canadian Press. less

Ginger Kacy-Palmer, 3, wears a Princess Leia wig while attending a Star Wars-themed church service with her parents at St. Andrew's-Wesley Church in Vancouver, British Columbia, Sunday May 4, 2014. The service ... more

Star Wars fan Michelle Chee, 32, right, dressed up as Padme Amidala has a rest at a Star Wars Day gathering in a mall downtown Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Saturday, May 2, 2015. Star Wars Day is observed by fans globally on May 4 with a slight change in the iconic catchphrase; from "May the Force be with you" to "May the Fourth be with you". less

Star Wars fan Michelle Chee, 32, right, dressed up as Padme Amidala has a rest at a Star Wars Day gathering in a mall downtown Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Saturday, May 2, 2015. Star Wars Day is observed by fans ... more

A Star Wars storm trooper hands out medals to finishers of the Prairie Fire Marathon half marathon on Sunday, May 4, 2014, in Wichita, Kan. May 4 is known as National Star Wars Day to fans worldwide since the date is similar to the franchise's slogan, "May the Force Be With You." less

A Star Wars storm trooper hands out medals to finishers of the Prairie Fire Marathon half marathon on Sunday, May 4, 2014, in Wichita, Kan. May 4 is known as National Star Wars Day to fans worldwide since the ... more

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Star Wars character Chewbacca throws a ceremonial first pitch at the beginning of a baseball game with the Cincinnati Reds and the Milwaukee Brewers, Sunday, May 4, 2014, in Cincinnati.

Star Wars character Chewbacca throws a ceremonial first pitch at the beginning of a baseball game with the Cincinnati Reds and the Milwaukee Brewers, Sunday, May 4, 2014, in Cincinnati.

Members of the Storm Troopers cross paths with Domenic Sebastiani #45 of the Denver Outlaws before a game against the Ohio Machine at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on May 4, 2014 in Denver, Colorado. The teams wore Star Wars themed jerseys in honor of "May-The-4th-Be-With-You day." less

Members of the Storm Troopers cross paths with Domenic Sebastiani #45 of the Denver Outlaws before a game against the Ohio Machine at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on May 4, 2014 in Denver, Colorado. The ... more

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Drew Snider #23 of the Denver Outlaws reacts after scoring the game-tying goal during the fourth quarter against the Ohio Machine at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on May 4, 2014 in Denver, Colorado. The teams wore Star Wars themed jerseys in honor of "May-The-4th-Be-With-You" day.The Outlaws defeated the Machine 14-12. less

Drew Snider #23 of the Denver Outlaws reacts after scoring the game-tying goal during the fourth quarter against the Ohio Machine at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on May 4, 2014 in Denver, Colorado. The ... more

Thai children pose with members of the Star Wars fan club in Thailand, dressed as Stormtroopers, as they celebrate "Star Wars Day" at a shopping mall in Bangkok on May 4, 2014. Members of the club dressed up in costume to parade around and raise funds for an orphanage charity. less

Thai children pose with members of the Star Wars fan club in Thailand, dressed as Stormtroopers, as they celebrate "Star Wars Day" at a shopping mall in Bangkok on May 4, 2014. Members of the club dressed up ... more

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A member of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Darth Sidious (front) takes part in the "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

A member of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Darth Sidious (front) takes part in the "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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Members of the Star Wars fan club dressed as stormtroopers celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014 AFP PHOTO / TIZIANA FABITIZIANA FABI/AFP/Getty Images

Members of the Star Wars fan club dressed as stormtroopers celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014 AFP PHOTO / TIZIANA FABITIZIANA FABI/AFP/Getty Images

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Members of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Stormtroopers celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

Members of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Stormtroopers celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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A member (C) of the Star Wars fan club in Thailand, dressed as Darth Vader, parades with others dressed as Stormtroopers (back R) to celebrate "Star Wars Day" at a shopping mall in Bangkok on May 4, 2014. Members of the club dressed up in costume to parade around and raise funds for an orphanage charity. less

A member (C) of the Star Wars fan club in Thailand, dressed as Darth Vader, parades with others dressed as Stormtroopers (back R) to celebrate "Star Wars Day" at a shopping mall in Bangkok on May 4, 2014. ... more

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A member (2nd R) of the Star Wars fan club in Thailand, dressed as Darth Vader, parades with others to celebrate "Star Wars Day" at a shopping mall in Bangkok on May 4, 2014. Members of the club dressed up in costume to parade around and raise funds for an orphanage charity. less

A member (2nd R) of the Star Wars fan club in Thailand, dressed as Darth Vader, parades with others to celebrate "Star Wars Day" at a shopping mall in Bangkok on May 4, 2014. Members of the club dressed up in ... more

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Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

Members of the Star Wars fan club celebrate "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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A member of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Princess Leia celebrates "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

A member of the Star Wars fan club dressed as Princess Leia celebrates "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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A man dressed as Master Yoda takes part in the "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

A man dressed as Master Yoda takes part in the "Star Wars Day" in front of the Colosseum in central Rome on May 4, 2014.

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Veronica Kadrich poses for a photograph in her Darth Maul Star Wars cosplay, Sunday afternoon, at the Laredo Public Library during the Star Wars Day: May the Fourth Be With You event.

Veronica Kadrich poses for a photograph in her Darth Maul Star Wars cosplay, Sunday afternoon, at the Laredo Public Library during the Star Wars Day: May the Fourth Be With You event.

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Manuel Barrera, left, poses for a photograph with a Stormtrooper cosplayer, Sunday afternoon, at the Laredo Public Library during the Star Wars Day: May the Fourth Be With You event.

Manuel Barrera, left, poses for a photograph with a Stormtrooper cosplayer, Sunday afternoon, at the Laredo Public Library during the Star Wars Day: May the Fourth Be With You event.

Photo: Victor Strife

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Star Wars cosplayer members of the 501st Legion march across the Laredo Public Library lobby, as they prepare to take photographs with Star Wars fans, Sunday afternoon, during the Star Wars Day: May the Fourth Be With You event. less

Star Wars cosplayer members of the 501st Legion march across the Laredo Public Library lobby, as they prepare to take photographs with Star Wars fans, Sunday afternoon, during the Star Wars Day: May the Fourth ... more

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The Denver Outlaws take the field as a member of the Rebel Alliance cheers them on before a game against the Ohio Machine at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on May 4, 2014 in Denver, Colorado. The teams wore Star Wars themed jerseys in honor of "May-The-4th-Be-With-You day." less

The Denver Outlaws take the field as a member of the Rebel Alliance cheers them on before a game against the Ohio Machine at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on May 4, 2014 in Denver, Colorado. The teams ... more

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Jesse Schwartzman #19 of the Denver Outlaws celebrates the win against the Ohio Machine with teammate Drew Snider #23 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on May 4, 2014 in Denver, Colorado. The teams wore Star Wars themed jerseys in honor of "May-The-4th-Be-With-You" day.The Outlaws defeated the Machine 14-12. less

Jesse Schwartzman #19 of the Denver Outlaws celebrates the win against the Ohio Machine with teammate Drew Snider #23 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on May 4, 2014 in Denver, Colorado. The teams wore ... more